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AIBU?

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To be annoyed at pro-life friend

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theprincessthepea · 04/11/2023 21:49

A friend of mine (10 + years of friendship) has always been pro-life. I believe everyone is entitled to their opinion but no need to share when it’s unhelpful.

Lately more friends are getting married and her first question is always “so when will you both have our babies” - and openly admits to constantly asking whenever she talks to them - it’s a joke but I find it so weird.

Whenever friends have had unplanned pregnancies she (of course) convinces them to go ahead with pregnancy (I guess as opposed to listening) Then promises that she will be there no matter what - but obviously cannot be, in reality she’s committed to the odd babysitting and visits and days out (which is nice as many friends don’t put that effort in). But her approach almost simplifies the real support needed.

I don’t talk to her much these days but whenever we are in the same social settings and this topic comes up - it annoys me. She knows that I am pro-choice and often I talk a lot about the realities of parenting (as a parent) - but her thinking shocks me every time.

I think I’m getting annoyed at the naivety of her thinking and lack of sensitivity around this topic. AIBU?

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theduchessofspork · 04/11/2023 22:58

She sounds like a dick but I can’t imagine anyone went through with a pregnancy because she said she’d babysit and be fairy godmother, or if they did they’re as daft as a brush.

It sounds like your are more acquaintances than friends ? - so just avoid her.

therealcookiemonster · 04/11/2023 23:05

I don't think her opinion here is the issue, it's that she keeps dumping it on others?

allhellcantstopusnow · 05/11/2023 18:21

@MyGooseisTotallyLoose

I am 100% pro abortion. Available to who ever needs one, for whatever reason they decide.

I am also pro-choice - you can choose an abortion or not - ultimately it's none of my business, as long as you have those choices ready and available.

Alveus · 06/11/2023 11:52

"Our" babies? WTF?

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